WATER SHORTAGE
And Methods to prevent water shortage
NAME- Hemaksh Mehra
CLASS - 6th
ROLL NO.- 4
Uses of Water
Drinking
Brushing
Washing Utensils, clothes, vehicles.
Cleaning Plates
Producing Electricity
Agriculture, Gardening
Used in Industries
What is water Scarcity
Water Scarcity signifies the
shortage of water, an imbalance
between the demand and supply
of water, also a good quality of
water i.e. This precious resource
is largely getting wasted due to
human carelessness and lack of
planning and hence we are facing
the scarcity of water.
Causes of Water Scarcity
Rainwater is an important source of fresh water. It needs to
be harvested so that it can be put to use.
Human society is overusing water and, in many cases,
wasting it.
Loss of water due to leakages, excessive use of water for
washing purposes, taps left open after use are some common
sights that form the basis of the problem of water scarcity.
Due to the large increase in population, the demand is much
more than supply.
Due to industrialization and urbanization has hugely
increased the consumption of water.
Strategies to combat
water scarcity
Developing water filtration
systems
Reduce your water usage
Protecting wetlands
Improving irrigation efficiency
Increasing water storage in
reservoirs
Desalinating seawater
Solutions for addressing water
shortages
1. Water Conservation
Conservation of water is needed with
immediate effect to sustain life on earth.
If the scarcity of water increases there
will be a point when the survival of
human species, Homo sapiens will be
under threat.
We need to develop habits that emphasize
on saving water. Water pollution should
be checked as an entire aquatic ecosystem
is dependent on this.
2. Dams and Reservoirs
Reservoirs (artificial lakes) that form behind
dams in rivers can collect water during wet times
and store it for use during dry spells . They also
can be used for urban water supplies. Other
benefits of dams and reservoirs are
hydroelectricity, flood control, and recreation.
Some of the drawbacks are evaporative loss of
water in arid climates and downstream river
channel erosion. Additionally, dams reduce water
flow downstream, which could lead to political
conflicts when rivers span states or countries.
3. Rainwater
harvesting
Rainwater harvesting involves
catching and storing rainwater before
it reaches the ground, a complex
rainwater harvesting system
(rainwater capture system) proposed
for federal buildings, but smaller,
simpler systems (sometimes called
rain barrels) can be used by
individual homeowners.
4. Aqueducts
Aqueducts can move water from where it is plentiful to where it is
needed. Aqueducts can be controversial and politically difficult
especially if the water transfer distances are large. One drawback is
the water diversion can cause drought in the area from where the
water is drawn. For example, Owens Lake and Mono Lake in central
California began to disappear after their river flow was diverted to the
Los Angeles aqueduct (figure 13.3.e ). Without water supply, Owens
Lake dried and became a major source of particulate matter, polluting
the air during dust storms (see Air Pollution). Owens Lake remains
almost completely dry, but Mono Lake has recovered more
significantly due to legal intervention. Learn more about the Los
Angeles Aqueduct here.
Conclusion
Water is an indispensable element of life. We need water
for essential needs, from daily needs to agricultural needs
and large industries.The growing population and
economic growth have led to increased demand for water.
We need to understand the need for water and try to
waste water in every way possible to save water for
future generations.
Save Water, Save Lives!
THANK YOU
THANK YOU
MADE BY- HEMAKSH MEHRA
